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Brazil Ditches India's Akash for Italy's Advanced Defense System

7/14/2025

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Brazil has decided to abandon talks with India regarding the aging Akash surface-to-air missile system, choosing instead Italy’s cutting-edge Enhanced Modular Air Defence Solutions (EMADS). This shift stems from worries about the Akash's reliability and outdated technology, signaling a significant blow to India's defense export goals while embracing a more advanced and capable alternative.

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Brazil has decided to abandon talks with India regarding the aging Akash surface-to-air missile system, choosing instead Italy’s cutting-edge Enhanced Modular Air Defence Solutions (EMADS). This shift stems from worries about the Akash's reliability and outdated technology, signaling a significant blow to India's defense export goals while embracing a more advanced and capable alternative.